2001 BMW 740 vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 740 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1970 mm |
